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2025 Social Security Changes that Might Put More Money in Your Pocket
Lately, there’s been a lot of noise in the news about budget fights in Washington, DC, and some scary headlines about possible cuts to programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. If you count on these programs, it’s understandable to feel concerned. But...
Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver: A Primer
NHTD is the Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver. It has the same financial requirements as Community Medicaid, but the process can be a bit different. According to the NY State Department of Health: The NHTD waiver program is a home and community-based...
Understanding Medicare’s Lifetime Reserve Hospital Days
There are times when we simply need more days in the hospital. No one wants to stay longer than necessary—extended hospital stays can increase the risk of infection, raise the chance of falls for older adults, and potentially lead to muscle atrophy due to limited...
Your Voice Matters: Defending Critical Services for Older Adult
If you're like me, there are issues you care deeply about but don't always know how to make a concrete difference. Sometimes, when we're faced with multiple concerns demanding our attention, it can feel overwhelming and paralyzing. That's not a good feeling. Here's...
UPDATE: CDPAP Participants MUST Sign Up with PPL
In February, I wrote about the change coming to the New York State Consumer Director Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). This is the program that allows loved ones to be paid for providing necessary caregiving assistance to older adults and those with special needs. ...
Social Security Administration Identity Verification: Changes Coming March 31
Beginning on March 31, individuals will no longer have the ability to verify their identity with the Social Security Administration via telephone. The only way to verify identity will be online, by visiting https:/www.ssa.gov/my/account/. If unable to verify online,...